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The courtroom isn't just about justice. It's about power and money and some truly bizarre loopholes.

I'm Michael Foote. And I'm Melissa Malbranche, and we've got a brand new show called Brief Recess, Illegal Podcast.

Every week, we talk about wild tales from court, trials gone wrong, and cases and rulings that shape our world.

Today we're going to be talking about stolen antiquities, all the weird things Melissa found at in a state sale, the crazy conversations I had with the bouncer and J.K. Rowling. We make the complicated clear and the serious, surprisingly fun. From the exactly right network, new episodes of Brief Recess drop every Thursday. Watch Brief Recess on YouTube. Listen to Brief Recess on the IHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hello and welcome to my favorite murder.

We have a little gift for all the Christians and non-believers alike on this magical day, which is December 25th Christmas. We're combining two of our listener favorite stories and making them into the

best of the year quilt episode. That's right. So first, George is going to revisit the story of

Locusta, the Poisoner of Rome. And then Karen will tell the story of aviation legend Amelia Earhart

and her mysterious disappearance. So as you guys know, we have a holiday tradition where we make donations throughout the month of

December to charities that make a real difference in people's lives.

So today we're making our final donation of $10,000 to an organization called Feeding America.

They were a part of a nationwide network of over 200 food banks and 60,000 meal programs

so people can access food without judgment

or stigma. And they work with lawmakers to make it easier for people to get food by expanding

access to food assistance programs. So if you like to join us in giving to this very important

cause, go to their website at feedingamerica.org. You can also explore their volunteer opportunities like

helping out at a food bank, hosting a food drive, or donating to your local food pantry. Let's

all find ways to look out for each other in the coming year. So get cozy and enjoy this special

best of the year quilt episode. And happy holidays, whatever you celebrate. Yeah.

Goodbye. Goodbye.

Shocked today after an arrest in the infamous Gilgo Beach murders.

The morning of July 14, 2023 is when I'll never forget the day they finally caught him.

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